Christopher Hall

While reporting on food, architecture, travel and other cultural topics, San Francisco journalist Christopher Hall has carved stones for a medieval French castle, interviewed San Quentin inmate-artists, surveyed Istanbul from its highest minaret, participated in a Brazilian voodoo ceremony, eaten tapas with an octogenarian nun in Seville, bowled with drag queens in Las Vegas, and rowed across a fjord with a Norwegian cheesemaker and one of her goats.
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He has written for many publications, including Smithsonian, the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Saveur, National Geographic Traveler, AARP The Magazine, Gourmet, and Sunset. He is a frequent Via contributor.
Articles by Christopher Hall
Trace these National Historic Trails taken by the West's explorers, migrants, and Native peoples.
Tour breathtaking Yosemite with this list of must-do summertime activities.
United States travelers adore Europe. Five European cities beckon with fun activities this summer.
Spring is the best time to visit these must-see waterfalls in Western states.
For pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and low prices, visit Mexico’s Riviera Maya.
An impromptu island vacation is easier than you might think. Just head to Honolulu.
A western landmark where fish fly underwent a major expansion in 2017 with iconic Pacific Northwest views.
Visit the site of a sacred temple on the Big Island.
The impressive Giacomini Wetlands sit at the southern end of Tomales Bay near Point Reyes Station.
The Las Vegas Donut Bar location features wild flavor combos.
Death Valley, home of the lowest point in the hemisphere, makes a great winter getaway spot.
Monterey, California, paid tribute to John Steinbeck with a monument overlooking the ocean.
Learn skills, gather new recipes, and have fun in these culinary adventures in wine country.